Description
This Decadent Salted Caramel Cake combines moist chocolate cake layers with rich salted caramel buttercream frosting, topped with a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty balance. It’s easy to make using a boxed cake mix, yet indulgent enough to wow your guests. Perfect for birthdays, casual gatherings, or any celebration.
Ingredients
Chocolate cake mix
Eggs
Milk
Salted caramel buttercream frosting
Sea salt (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Set the oven to the temperature specified on the cake mix box.
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Prepare Batter: Mix the chocolate cake mix, eggs, and milk together until smooth.
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Bake: Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake according to package instructions.
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Cool: Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before frosting.
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Frost and Serve: Spread salted caramel buttercream frosting over the cooled cake, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve.
Notes
Double Layers: For a layered cake, use two cake pans.
Extra Richness: Add more frosting to create a richer, more indulgent dessert.
Flavor Twist: Drizzle melted caramel over the frosting for an extra layer of caramel flavor.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Best served fresh; you can reheat in the microwave if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
